It’s kind of devastating when you fall in love with a restaurant’s menu just to find out it’s only open for dinner. That’s how I felt the first time I dined at Bigfire in Universal CityWalk. Gone are those days of devastation, however, because now, Bigfire is adding brunch to its already incredible menu, and it’s yours for the taking every Sunday.
I don’t know how breakfast is — allegedly — the most important meal of the day when brunch is right there. Some of us (me) don’t have the power to take on a full meal at the ripe time of 8 a.m., and lunch is just so far away. With brunch officially on the menu, we’re about to reach new levels of eating good.
The chefs behind the magic are in agreement. Bigfire Chef Elvin Correa Rios says he thinks brunch at Bigfire is going to be a huge sensation. “I think this is going to be big for Bigfire,” he says. “We don’t typically open for lunch, so doing a brunch on a Sunday is definitely a good, happy medium. (Brunch is) very trendy, and I think it’s going to do us very well.”
Here’s what new dishes you can expect to elevate your destination-dining palate at Bigfire:
Enticing Entrées
Bagels are one of my favorite things to feast on in the late A.M. and/or early P.M. — and bonus points if they’re savory! Luckily for all my hungry brunch folks out there, the new Smoked Salmon Bagel at Bigfire fits the bill perfectly. The combination of dill-chive cream cheese, lemon zest, shaved whole egg, red onion, arugula, grape tomato-caper salad, and smoked salmon on top of a sliced everything bagel is beyond sensational.
Don’t worry; despite this next dish’s namesake, you don’t need to be 21 or older to consume it. The Moonshine Maple French Toast is truly a show-stopper. This isn’t your average French toast; these two, thick-cut slices of brioche are drenched in a butter-pecan moonshine sauce and topped with a creamy mascarpone and pecan granola. Served with a side of honey black-pepper smoked bacon or chicken sausage pecan granola, this dish is everything — and it’s Chef Elvin Correa Rios’ favorite offering on the brunch menu!
“I think it has that wow factor,” Chef Elvin says, and “Wow” might be one of the only words you can get out between bites of this heavenly dish. I’m not picking favorites, but I think this is the meal I’m most looking forward to tasting during brunch at Bigfire.
Enough sweet talk; it’s time for something savory, and this next delight is that and more! The Big Fire Omelet takes tastes from the restaurant’s dinner menu and gives them a breakfast-y twist. Picture an omelet, but overload it with grilled ribeye steak, red onions, tomato, shishito peppers, beer cheese, and breakfast potatoes. Trust me when I say it tastes even better than it sounds — that’s why it’s a newfound favorite for Bigfire Sous Chef Tom de Beaumont. If the expert loves it, you will, too!
It wouldn’t be brunch without some form of eggs Benedict on the menu, and since this is Bigfire we’re talking about, you know the chefs had to go big when crafting this dish. The Steak Eggs Benedict is made with a juicy beef tenderloin, Béarnaise sauce, and tomato jam and served with grilled cornbread and breakfast marble potatoes. You can also get this dish made with smoked salmon or barbecue shrimp — whatever tickles your fancy!
I may have lied earlier; I am picking favorites, and I’m definitely looking the most forward to the new S’mores Pancakes coming to this brunch. Pancakes hold the number one spot on my list of favorite breakfast foods, and combining them with the most classic campfire treat is one in the same with winning the lottery for me. You’ll find this short stack overflowing with chocolate chips, graham crackers, marshmallows, and powdered sugar while drizzled in sweet maple syrup.
It’s important to make sure you’re getting your fill of greens in the morning. By greens I mean avocado, of course. The new Avocado Toast at Bigfire is made with grilled sourdough and topped with baby heirloom tomatoes, goat cheese, watermelon radish, arugula, citrus vinaigrette, poached egg, and hearty breakfast potatoes.
This dish puts the “fire” in Bigfire — literally. The Wood Fire Steak & Eggs is coming in hot with a rich New York strip steak, two eggs any style, smoked bacon, and breakfast marble potatoes. If you’re dining here for brunch, you better come hungry as this dish is packing all the punches.
There’s something fishy about this new brunch menu, and for once, I mean that positively! The Barbecue Shrimp & Grits is the flavorful culprit, and it’s made with crispy kale, smoked cheddar grits, andouille sausage gravy, poached egg, Aleppo pepper flakes, and arugula. Don’t think about it too hard; just get it.
Chicken & Waffles: a true brunch staple. The epitome of breakfast and lunch in one meal. And now it’s at Bigfire. Who would’ve thought? The awesome chefs at this establishment, of course! With this meal, you’re getting fluffy waffles and crispy fried chicken drizzled in a maple and serrano syrup and garnished with maple sage. It’s chicken and waffles reimagined.
Jammin’ Juices
It’s no easy feat to take on these delectable brunch dishes without something to wash it all down. The food and beverage experts at Bigfire had this in mind when crafting the new brunch menu, and that’s why they’re bringing you two flavorful juices that really bring it all together.
Maybe you grew up not wanting to eat all your vegetables, but what about drinking them? The Green Detox is here to change the game. This juice brings a blend of celery, green apples, cucumber, kale, lemon, and pineapple together for a fusion of flavors that aim to please!
If you need a little extra help getting up in the morning, you might want to try the Sunshine Boost. This fruity beverage is made with blended carrots, oranges, ginger, and lime, a tasty combo that couples citrus tang with a little bit of spice.
Sip-worthy Specialty Cocktails
Name a better time to drink a sweet cocktail (or three) than Sunday brunch. You can’t, and that’s because there is no better time, and it’s the best when it’s at Bigfire. Those three cocktails I mentioned are proper crowd-pleasers, and if you’re over the age of 21, they’re yours to enjoy at brunch!
Starting off strong with a classic cocktail we have the Bigfire American Bloody Mary, a timeless treat made with all-American vodka and Bloody Mary mix.
Mimosas are a brunch staple, and this one has a sweet twist to it! The Apple Pie Mimosa is a tasty mixture of apple pie moonshine, sparkling wine, and apple juice.
This last drink is like a southerner’s dream. The Bigfire Refresher is as revitalizing as it sounds as it’s made with sweet tea vodka, grapefruit and peach vodkas, lime juice, and elderflower tonic.
Are you ready to try brunch at Bigfire? Let us know in the comments below!
Must be 21 or older with valid photo ID to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.
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